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Assistant Manager Rutgers Cinema

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jul 07, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Assistant Manager Rutgers Cinema
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department	Economic Development Group UW
Overview	The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Assistant Manager Rutgers Cinema for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). The Assistant Manager will be responsible for working directly under the Cinema Manager and assist with all aspects of operating the 3-screen Cinema located on the Livingston Campus at Rutgers University. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Assists the manager with the showing of the movies and runs the concession stand as well as maintenance of movie equipment and the Cinema in general. Assists the manager in the concession stand operations from purchasing the items to preparation and distribution. Assists with maintaining the website, marketing to the Rutgers community and the surrounding neighborhoods. Assists with theater for events, such as film festivals, private rentals, and all other types of 4 wall deals. Administrative duties include management of Cinema employees -interviewing, hiring and scheduling. Assists with university relations - responsible to create, develop and maintain relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, as well as the surrounding communities, providing an exceptional customer experience. Financial Duties include assistance with monitoring and driving sales numbers, pushing performance goals, merchandising and concessions.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	54027.000
Mid Range Salary	68383.000
Maximum Salary	82739.000
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must be familiar with movie theater operations. Must possess the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to ensure they are completed in a timely manner with high quality. Must have the ability to work independently. Must be able to anticipate the impact of his or her actions, be accountable for the outcomes and ensure integrity when interacting with others. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to demonstrate a respectful, professional, and courteous demeanor at all times. Proficiency in MS Application (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Flexible with schedule, as hours will be based on show times, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge of movie theater operations- ticket sales, operating AV equipment, concession sales, customer service. Ability to identify creative advertising campaigns to drive sales.
Equipment Utilized	Movie theater AV Equipment (GDC Servers, Barco Laser Projectors, Dolby Processors) Point of Sale (Veezi POS) Website management
Physical Demands and Work Environment	The cinema is open 365 days a year, shows may be early morning, late night, weekends and the holidays. Operations of the Cinema can begin as early as 9 am on weekends, and end as late as 2 am on weekends. Standard operations of the theater will begin with show times in the 1 o'clock hour Monday - Sunday and end with movies in the 10 o'clock hour. Summer/Winter break schedules can be shorter/later/earlier depending on the type of film doing business. All starting times are subject to how long the film runs. Rutgers Cinema assistant manager reports to the Manager of Rutgers Cinema.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST1481
Posting Open Date	07/07/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Livingston (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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